EnvironmentJapan emissions-monitoring startup backed by SMBC, Murata and others
17 companies invest $27m in Asuene, with eye on decarbonization solutions
Asuene uses artificial intelligence to help companies measure and visualize emissions down the supply chain. (Asuene)
RYOTA NISHIYAMA, Nikkei staff writer
TOKYO -- Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. and Murata Manufacturing are among 17 Japanese companies investing 4.2 billion yen ($26.7 million) in a startup that helps businesses visualize and cut carbon dioxide emissions down their supply chains, amid growing investor pressure for greater transparency.